Category: news
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Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that Iran cannot fully cut ties with the United Nations (UN) nuclear watchdog, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) but the return of its inspectors depends on a decision by Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. This follows Iran’s suspension of cooperation with the IAEA nearly two months ago,…
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Kano State Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) has launched mobile courts to conduct immediate trials for motorists and tricycle operators violating traffic lights in Kano metropolis, following Governor Abba Yusuf’s directive to enforce traffic rules and improve road safety. KAROTA’s Managing Director, Faisal Mahmud Kabir, emphasized that the courts aim to ensure compliance with new solar-powered…
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Mohamed Salah of Liverpool has been awarded the PFA Professional Footballers Association Men’s Player of the Year for 2025, making him the first player to win the accolade three times. The 33-year-old played a key role in Liverpool’s Premier League victory, finishing as top scorer with 29 goals and 18 assists. He also received other…
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President Bola Tinubu has officially abolished the 5% excise duty on telecommunications services, aimed at alleviating financial burdens on consumers and the digital economy. The move was confirmed by NCC Executive Vice-Chairman Aminu Maida, who stated that the duty, initially suspended in 2023, has now been permanently removed under revised tax laws. The duty had…
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Oba Rashidi Ladoja has been designated to become the 44th Olubadan of Ibadanland, with his coronation scheduled for Friday, September 26, 2025, at Mapo Hall in Ibadan. His nomination has been approved by Governor Seyi Makinde, following a meeting with Ladoja and other Olubadan-In-Council members at his residence. While Aides confirmed the development, they noted…
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Anambra State Government has dismissed eight operatives of the Agunechemba Security outfit following their brutal assault and public stripping of female corps member Miss Jennifer Elobor. The Special Adviser to Governor Soludo on Community Security stated that the officers, who were pursuing suspected cultists, acted outside their mandate and would be handed over to the…
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President Bola Tinubu has officially abolished the 5% excise duty on telecommunications services, aimed at alleviating financial burdens on consumers and the digital economy. The move was confirmed by NCC Executive Vice-Chairman Aminu Maida, who stated that the duty, initially suspended in 2023, has now been permanently removed under revised tax laws. The duty…
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South African authorities have arrested six individuals, including conservationist John Hume, in connection with a large rhino horn trafficking ring. The seven-year investigation uncovered that the group illegally exported nearly 964 rhino horns—about 15% of the southern white rhino population—using fraudulent permits. The suspects face multiple charges, including fraud, theft, racketeering, and money…
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Nigerian government has begun reviewing policies to attract more foreign investment, enhance service quality, and align with technological innovations in telecommunications. Announced by National Communications Conmission’s Executive Vice Chairman Dr. Aminu Maida, this move aims to adapt to global industry dynamics and ensure stakeholders—including consumers and Mobile Network Operators which are aligned on regulation, enforcement,…
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The Ghanaian presidency has announced the pardon of 998 inmates, including 787 first-time offenders and 33 on medical grounds. Additionally, President John Mahama commuted the sentences of 87 death row prisoners to life imprisonment. This move aims to alleviate prison overcrowding, which had reached 14,044 inmates as of August. The decision follows a recommendation from…
